Davis Station
Davis Station is a research station in Antarctica. It is run by Australia. The station is on the coast of Antarctica, on the Ingrid Christensen Coast.
Davis Station | |
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Antarctic base | |
Davis Station, pictured in 2005. | |
Davis Station Location of Davis Station in Antarctica | |
| Coordinates: 68°34′36″S 77°58′03″E / 68.576667°S 77.9675°E | |
| Established | 13 January 1957 |
| Named for | Captain John King Davis |
| Elevation | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Summer | 68 |
| • Winter | 25 |
| Time zone | UTC+7 (DAVT) |
| Website | aad.gov.au |
History
Davis Station was opened in 1957. It is one of three permanent Australian stations in Antarctica. The station is named after Captain John King Davis, who was a famous Antarctic explorer.
Location and Climate
Davis Station is near the coast, by the Vestfold Hills. The climate is very cold, and has an ice cap climate with temperatures in winter often below -20 degrees Celsius (-4 degrees Fahrenheit). In summer, the temperature can rise to just above freezing.
Purpose
Scientists work at Davis Station all year. They study weather, animals, ice, and the environment. The station helps people learn about Antarctica and how it affects the world.
Buildings and Life
The station has many buildings for living, working, and research. People at Davis Station live in a close community. They have to be careful because of the cold and the strong winds.
Transportation
People and supplies come to Davis Station by ship or airplane during the summer. In winter, it is harder to travel because of ice and bad weather.